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Apr 5, 2022

How to combat the shortage of tradespeople

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) says the shortage of skilled tradespeople is “the most significant shortage on record”. “All trades recorded a deterioration in availability during the Decemb

Apr 4, 2022

Preparing your home for the big chill

With the weather still comfortable and families enjoying the great outdoors in most states, now is the time to prepare your home for the approaching winter. A little planning and preventative maint

Mar 31, 2022

How to manage your property portfolio

When it comes to purchasing and managing property, there are countless factors to consider. These include but are not limited to the timing of purchase, location, property type and financing option

Mar 29, 2022

Office occupancy rates bounce back post-Omicron and holidays

The latest Office Occupancy survey by the Property Council of Australia shows that following record-low occupancy in January, caused by a combination of Omicron and the holiday period, there was a con

Mar 28, 2022

What level of home and contents insurance should you invest in?

If natural disasters foretell one aspect about home and contents insurance, it’s that more is more when it comes to the policy holder’s peace of mind and financial recompense. Home and contents ins

Mar 24, 2022

Tracking the rise and fall of house prices

Record-breaking house price rises were one of the hottest industry topics in 2021. The first half of this year appears to be a little different. Nationally, prices are forecast to lift again in 202

Mar 22, 2022

The appeal of townhouses for first-time buyers and downsizers

In its report, The Advantages of Living and Investing in a Townhouse, property consultants Urbis say townhouses are emerging “with many of the attributes of a traditional family home yet offering a nu

Mar 17, 2022

How to choose well when investing in property

Property investment is not a complex matter. It involves several simple steps and clear principles that continue to deliver steady returns over time. Buying a good investment property is built on t